| Rafael Carpet | |
|---|---|
| Type | Mine Breaching System |
| Place of origin | Israel |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2006–present |
| Used by | Israeli Army, French Army |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Rafael Advanced Defense Systems |
| Manufacturer | Rafael Advanced Defense Systems |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 3.5 tons (fully loaded) |
| Diameter | 265 mm (rocket) |
Main armament | Up to 20 x 265 mm rockets |
Rafael Carpet is a mine breaching system developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, an Israeli weapon development company. First introduced in 2006, it has been adopted by the Israel Defense Forces and was scheduled to be fielded with the French Army by 2007. The system employs a unique implementation of fuel-air explosive (FAE) technology, offering an efficient and safe method for clearing minefields and neutralizing IEDs.[1]